Full-Day Private Tour of Fez: Explore Rich History, Architecture & Handcrafts in Morocco
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Full-day private tour of Fez is a highly Recommend Experience in Morocco ,you will have the Opportunity to Explore one of the Labyrinth Medinas in Morocco with a Reach History ,architecture ;Handcrafts …Mosques & Madrassas in Addition to the First University in the World .

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kairaouine Mosque (Mosque of al-Qarawiyyin) - Your guide will meet you at your hotel or riad in Fez before starting your guided tour of the medina, one of the world’s largest walled cities. You’ll explore narrow streets filled with fresh fruit, heaps of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets, and various Moroccan art objects. You’ll visit mosques including the Quaraouiyine Mosque, founded in 859 by Fatima el Fihri, and the Andalusian Mosque, dating back to 860 (entry is not permitted to non-Muslims), as well as fountains like the Nejjarine fountain.
  • Andalusian Mosque - Your guide will meet you at your hotel or riad in Fez before starting your guided tour of the medina, one of the world’s largest walled cities. You’ll explore narrow streets filled with fresh fruit, heaps of spices, intricately woven Berber carpets, and various Moroccan art objects. You’ll visit mosques including the Quaraouiyine Mosque, founded in 859 by Fatima el Fihri, and the Andalusian Mosque, dating back to 860.
  • Bab Bou Jeloud - Bab Boujloud, with its green and blue ceramics, Mellah, the 17th-century Ibn Danan synagogue, the King’s Palace, the Merindes Tops & Borj North & South, and a ceramic factory before being dropped off back at your hotel or riad.
  • Bou Inania Medersa - The Madrasa Bou Inania is a madrasa in Fes, Morocco, founded between 1350 and 1356 by Abu Inan Faris. It is widely recognized as a pinnacle of Marinid and historic Moroccan architecture.

Entrance fee: 20 DH per person (not included)

  • Royal Palace of Fez - The Dar al-Makhzen or Royal Palace of Fez is the royal residence of the King of Morocco in Fez. Its original foundation dates back to the establishment of Fes el-Jdid, the royal citadel of the Marinid dynasty, in 1276 CE. Most of the current palace dates from the Alaouite era.

You cannot enter the palace, but you can admire the gates.

  • Zaouia of Moulay Idriss II - The Zawiya of Moulay Idris II is a zawiya in Fez, Morocco, containing the tomb of Idris II, who ruled Morocco from 807 to 828 and is considered the main founder of Fez. It is located in the heart of Fes el-Bali, the UNESCO-listed old medina of Fez, and is one of the holiest shrines in Morocco.

Entrance is not possible for non-Muslims.

  • Dar Batha Museum - Dar Batha, or Qasr al-Batha, is a former royal palace in Fez, Morocco. Commissioned by the Alaouite Sultan Hassan I in the late 19th century and completed under his successor Abdelaziz, it was converted into a museum of historical arts and crafts in 1915. The collection now includes over 6,500 objects. The palace is near Bab Bou Jeloud at the western edge of Fes el-Bali, the old medina quarter, and close to Fes el-Jdid.

Entrance is not included; the museum is currently under renovation.

  • Chouara Tannery - Chouara Tannery is one of three tanneries in Fez, Morocco. It is the largest and one of the oldest tanneries in the city, located in Fes el Bali, the oldest medina quarter, near the Saffarin Madrasa along the Oued Fes. The tanning industry has operated in the same manner since the city’s inception and is now a major tourist attraction.
  • Museo Nejjarine - Funduq al-Najjarin is a historic funduq in Fes el Bali, the old medina quarter of Fez, Morocco. Located at Al-Najjarin Square, which also features the Nejjarine Fountain, the building was designed for merchants, traders, and visitors to store goods. It is a notable example of Moroccan riad architecture and now houses a private museum.

Entrance fees: 20 DH per person (not included)

  • Jardin Jnan Sbil - A public park with 3,000 species of plants, formerly part of the King’s Palace.
  • Aben Danan Synagogue - The Ibn Danan Synagogue in Fez, Morocco, dates back to the 17th century. Built by Mimoun Ben Sidan, a wealthy merchant from Ait Ishaq, it is located in the Mellah district within Fes el-Jdid, part of the historic medina of Fez.
  • Place Seffarine - A historical place known for its brass and copper artisans.
  • Dar al-Magana - Dar al-Magana is a building in Fez, Morocco, built by the Marinid Sultan Abu Inan Faris to house a weight-powered water clock. Located opposite the Bou Inania Madrasa on Tala’a Kebira street, the clock was completed on May 6, 1357, by a muwaqqit named Abu al-Hassan ibn Ali Ahmed el-Tlemsani.
  • Borj Sud - Borj Sud is a fort in Fez, Morocco, established around 1582 by the Saadian dynasty, likely modeled after Portuguese forts. It overlooks the old city from the south, opposite its sister fort, Borj Nord, on the northern hills. It is a prime lookout point over the old city.

Entrance Fees: 20 DH per person (not included)

  • Cherratin Medersa - Cherratine Madrasa, also known as Er-Rachidia or Ras Cherratine Madrasa, is an Islamic school in Fez, Morocco, built in 1670 by Sultan Al-Rashid Ben Ali Al-Charif.

Entrance fees: 20 DH per person (not included).

What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance Fees for Monuments and Museums
  • Tipping ( Optional )
Location
Kairaouine Mosque (Mosque of al-Qarawiyyin)
Fes el-Bali, Qayruwan quarters
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Samra_d
May 30, 2024
Great tour guide - I had booked this tour with Mohammed and really enjoyed the tour. He was so patient as he herded 6 people who did speak each other's native language. It was a fun trip and really interesting experience learning about the Moroccan culture
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Michael_s
May 3, 2024
The perfect way to explore and enjoy Fez! - This experience was everything I hoped for for my first time in a new city, and all because of our tour guide Ahmed. He was warm, welcoming, and his smile was infectious. I feel like we were able to see not just the most popular tourist spots, but also learn about and see what life is like for the locals as well. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour for anyone who wants to see and learn everything this is to know about Fez. Wonderful experience from start to finish!
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Michael_s
Apr 30, 2024
Sights and Souks of Fes - We enjoyed seeing all the major sights of Fes. Ikram was very knowledgeable and guided us through the narrow streets of Fes in a timely manner. He was patient with us while we shopped at stores along the way and was very kind to assist us with having our purchases delivered back to our hotel.
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Lauren_r
Apr 22, 2024
Best way to explore Fez - Mustafa was great, very knowledgeable about the city of Fez. We enjoyed our tour. He customized the tour based on our interests and even allowed a later start time since we were late to arriving to Fez.
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Carlo7bello
Apr 21, 2024
Great thanks again - Excellent driver, good guide, excellent indication of the places visited, detailed, precise and friendly. Visited the places in the high areas of Fes.
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Sirfred33140
Apr 21, 2024
Good day in Fes - We are very happy. Thanks to Oumaima for the organisation and Jamal, the guide. It was authentic visite, with museum, medersa, places, craftmen, famous tannery and views of Fès. And an authentic marocco lunch. Thank you so much !!!
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Laurie_f
Apr 19, 2024
Amazing experience! - Wow, what an amazing day I had with my guide Abdul! He is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about his city of Fez. Highly recommend this tour. Saw and experienced so many wonderful things.
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Rashed_a
Apr 18, 2024
Fez in one day - The best way to see fez in one day. Our tour guide KAMAL he was best of the best , very informative and experienced guide.. the tour started at 10 exactly and finished at 7:00 pm .. it worth the money paid for it.. loved everything in the tour..
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Andrei_u
Apr 13, 2024
A day will spent in Fez - We recommend the tour with Kamal. He is really kind, funny and a pleasant company. We appreciated that he adjusted the tour based on what we wanted to see and he made sure we had a memorable day.
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Juan_m
Apr 12, 2024
Good guide - Ahmed was very good, he picked up from our Dar and enjoy the local approach from Fes. He and the driver Mohammed were so kind! Also Ahmed was very knowledgeable and made us to enjoy and learn the history of this wonderful city!
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